Legislative Update from Pierre – February 27

“The moral principles and precepts contained in the Scriptures ought to form the basis of all our civil constitutions and laws.”  -Noah Webster Prohibit Medical Abortion via TelemedicineHB1318 would prohibit medical (RU-486) abortion by telemedicine. With COVID came telemedicine and chemical abortion prescribed over the phone. Self-administered chemical abortions lack medical oversight and care. This […]

Letter to the Editor: We Don’t Need a Convention of States

Concerned Women for America of South Dakota State Director Linda Schauer’s letter to the editor on why we don’t need a Convention of States was recently published in the Rapid City Journal.  Click here to read the article if you do not have a subscription.

Legislative Update from Pierre – February 5, 2022

“Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” -Joshua 1:9   Concerned Women for America of South Dakota are boots on the ground for you each week in Pierre! We are working on your behalf and wanted to give […]

America values life — the Supreme Court needs to catch up

Concerned Women for America of South Dakota State Director Linda Schauer’s letter to the editor on the pro-life case before the Supreme Court, Dobbs vs Jackson, was recently published in the Aberdeen News.  Click here to read the article if you do not have a subscription.

Letter to the Editor: Producing Patriotic Americans

Concerned Women for America of South Dakota State Director Linda Schauer’s letter to the editor on the racist Critical Race Theory was recently published in the Rapid City Journal.  Click here to read the article if you do not have a subscription.

Gov. Noem – Sign the Bill!

By now, you have probably learned that Gov. Kristi Noem (Republican) put forth an “errors in style and form” veto of HB1217, the Fairness in Women’s Sports Act. A “style and form veto” is reserved to correct minor errors, like typos. It does not mean the governor can make major changes to bill language or […]

Fairness in Girls Sports Bill Passes – One more call to make…

“For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world, and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.” –Ephesians 6:12 Dear CWA Friends, We are delighted that HB1217, the Fairness in Women’s Sports Act, passed in the legislature Monday, […]

VICTORY! Fairness in Girls Sports Bill Passes

HB1217, a bill that levels the playing field for female athletes, passed in the Senate Monday, March 8, with a vote of 20-15. Gov. Kristi Noem has indicated she is excited to sign HB1217. Read Rapid City Journal article on the passing of the bill. ACTION: Contact your senator if he or she voted YES […]

Born Alive Bill Signing Ceremony

Concerned Women for America of South Dakota Linda Schauer and Legislative Liaison Lisa Gennaro joined Gov. Kristi Noem for the bill signing ceremony for the Born Alive bill, HB 1051.

Legislative Update – February 26, 2021

Below is a legislative update on bills Concerned Women for America of South Dakota is actively working on at the state legislature. Your prayer and action are making a difference! Thank you. Fairness in Girls Sports HB1217, a bill that would provide a level playing field for female athletes, passed in the House Thursday, February 24, with […]

Homeschool Legislation – Prayer and Action Needed

“These commandments that I give you today are to be upon your hearts. Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up … ” Deuteronomy 6:6-7 We are pleased to report that SB177, the freedom-loving homeschool bill, passed […]

Calls Needed for Two Good Bills

Two important bills will be heard on Monday, February 22. Calls are needed first thing Monday morning, February 22! Conscience protections for medical professionals HB1247 will be heard in the House State Affairs Committee Monday, February 22. HB1247 will provide conscience protections for medical professionals. Health care professionals should not be required to perform a […]

CWA of South Dakota Legislative Update

“Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.” —Galatians 6:9 Dear Friends, Below is a legislative update on bills Concerned Women for America of South Dakota is actively working on at the state legislature. Your prayer and action are […]

Two Bills to Curb Sex Trafficking

Two good bills addressing the issue of sex trafficking will be heard in committee Tuesday, February 16. Lisa Gennaro, Concerned Women for America of South Dakota Legislative Liaison and member of the West River Sex Trafficking Task Force, testified on SB126 Thursday, February 11. The final vote in committee will be Tuesday, February 16, along […]

South Dakota Legislative Session Begins

The 2021 South Dakota legislative session begins Tuesday, January 12. During this 37-day session, we urge all members to participate as grassroots activists by praying and taking action when called upon by Concerned Women for America (CWA) of South Dakota. It is imperative that your state legislators hear from you concerning CWA of South Dakota-supported […]

CWA of South Dakota Opposes All Three Ballots Measures

“Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. We didn’t pass it on to our children in the bloodstream. It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them to do the same, or one day we will spend our sunset years telling our children and our children’s children what it was […]

CWA of South Dakota Fall Newsletter Now Online

“Therefore, my beloved brethren, be steadfast, immovable,  always abounding the work of the Lord, knowing that your labor is not in vain in the Lord.” 1 Corinthians 15:58 Our South Dakota newsletter is coming to you with important information on South Dakota issues, including information on our state ballot issues you will be voting on November […]